OI China PRAYER LETTER March 2010 “How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord Almighty! My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.” Psalm 84:1-2
In early February, OI Suyu was honored as a “Pioneer” microcredit company in Suqian City for its outstanding entrance into the Suyu market and innovative approaches to helping local farmers and micro-businesses. Chosen among all of the microcredit companies, guarantor companies, and other small financial institutions in Suqian city, OIC was recognized as an example of business excellence for other companies to follow. In addition, OISY loan officer John (far left, front) was chosen as the “Outstanding Customer Service Manager” among financial institutions in Suyu District, an award given out only once a year. Praise God for the grace and favor He has shown OI Suyu and for the recognition received in the greater Suqian area! Pray that God will continue to use OI Suyu as a light to financial institutions, government offices, and micro entrepreneurs!
Praises & Thanksgivings: •
Give thanks for the rest and renewal that OIC’s staff experienced over Chinese New Year. Local Chinese staff travelled to their hometowns for the once a year chance to fellowship with their immediate and extended family members and Josh and Beth Ruyle had a wonderful holiday with their family in Hawaii.
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Thank God for His hand of protection over Aaron White as he underwent eye surgery. Praise Him that Aaron discovered the potential seriousness of his condition at its earliest stages and that he was able to quickly return to Australia for treatment and recovery.
Prayer Requests: •
Pray for OI China’s forthcoming Business Risk Review. Pray for travel mercies as members of the OI Network arrive to conduct a thorough evaluation of OIC’s operations and risk management policies. Ask Him to bless the team as they seek to understand OIC’s situation and look for ways to strengthen OIC in the future.
OIC Consolidated Statistics Loans Issued in USD Jobs Created/Sustained General Training (person / hr)
2007
2008
2009
2010 YTD (31.Jan.)
1,795,377
2,844,534
3,729,753
352,273
n/a
6,277
17,817
1,027
758 / 2,366
2,093 / 3,681.5
2,146/6,610.47
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